Author: Boca Vibe

Boca Raton Beaches Suffer Erosion Due To Rough Surf, Advisories Extended

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

Boca Raton Beaches Suffer Erosion Due To Rough Surf, Advisories Extended Boca Raton Beaches Suffer Erosion Due To Rough Surf, Advisories Extended A Few Brave Souls, Significant Erosion A few swimmers and surfers braved rough surf conditions Monday, but despite the sunny skies and pleasing temperatures, beach erosion could be seen along Boca Raton’s oceanfront. A significant escarpment – a small “cliff” that forms due to the erosion of sand – was visible at several points along the coastline, a stark reminder of the relentless power of the ocean. The erosion, exacerbated by...

Beloved Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Horse Dies at 18

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

Beloved Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Horse Dies at 18 The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is mourning the loss of a beloved member of the agency’s mounted unit – an 18-year-old horse named Vanessa. The horse, a Holsteiner mare, fell ill during an assignment at St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach and sadly succumbed to her medical condition, a statement from the sheriff’s office said. “Known for her gentle nature and unwavering dedication to duty, Vanessa served the citizens of Palm Beach County with distinction for many years,” the statement read. Her passing has...

Swimmer Dies at Hospital Following Rescue Near Boynton Inlet

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Swimmer Dies at Hospital Following Rescue Near Boynton Inlet Swimmer Dies at Hospital Following Rescue Near Boynton Inlet Rescuers successfully brought a distressed swimmer to shore near Boynton Inlet Sunday morning, but the still-unidentified man ultimately died at a local hospital about an hour later, authorities said. According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, a beachgoer called Manalapan police at 10:32 a.m. Sunday. Police immediately alerted Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, who rushed to the scene. Swift Response, Tragic Outcome The rapid response by first responders...

Boca Raton Council Moves to Rezone 8-Acre Property For 120-Unit Development

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Boca Raton Council Moves to Rezone 8-Acre Property For 120-Unit Development A project that faced some opposition from neighbors but was ultimately recommended for approval by the city’s planning board in September is poised to move forward following a zoning change introduced Monday night. The city council unanimously voted to introduce an ordinance rezoning the property at 2600 NW 5th Avenue, a largely undeveloped parcel currently zoned for lower-density residential use. The rezoning will pave the way for a 120-unit residential development, a project that developers say will...

Swimmers Swept Away by Current, Teen Drowns Off Boynton Beach

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

Swimmers Swept Away by Current, Teen Drowns Off Boynton Beach Swimmers Swept Away by Current, Teen Drowns Off Boynton Beach Palm Beach County authorities responded to a report of two swimmers in distress Sunday morning, with rescuers scouring the ocean south of Boynton Inlet in search of one young man who went missing. Just after 7:27 am, PBSO deputies were called to Gulfstream Park, located on the 4400 block of North Ocean Boulevard in Boynton Beach, following multiple 911 calls reporting swimmers struggling in a strong rip current. A Race Against Time The initial reports...

Stunning Sunset Ushers in Breezy-But-Beautiful Week in South Florida, Rip Current Risk Remains

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

Stunning Sunset Ushers in Breezy-But-Beautiful Week in South Florida, Rip Current Risk Remains Stunning Sunset Ushers in Breezy-But-Beautiful Week in South Florida, Rip Current Risk Remains A sunset that peeked out from below a spotty cloud layer was the first sign of what is forecast to be an overall good weather week in South Florida, despite some breezy conditions and a lingering risk of rip currents at local beaches. The vibrant display, captured by several residents and shared widely on social media, painted the sky in hues of orange, pink, and purple, a fitting prelude to a...